Data Analysis & Visualization

The course follows the DMAIC structure:

• Identify and define process- or product-related problems to be improved.
• Set specific, measurable goals for improvement.

• Collect and analyze data to understand the current situation (use of descriptive statistics, histograms & control charts).
• Evaluate process performance with capability analysis and determine how to improve it.
• Use control charts for variation analysis to understand and quantify sources of variation.
• Evaluate measurement systems to ensure accurate measurements (repeatability, reproducibility, stability, sensitivity, and capability).

• Prove root causes with graphical analyses:
  • Pareto
  • Box plot
  • Scatter plot
  • Correlation and regression
  • Hypothesis testing

• Use Design of Experiments (DOE) to identify optimal process settings.
• Apply DOE in product development.
• Implement improvements.

• Maintain improvements using control charts and continuous monitoring.
• Implement control plans to ensure that improvements are sustained.

Tools & Methods

Some methods and tools are described at an introductory level, while others are covered in depth.

Diploma & Certification

Diploma: To receive a diploma for successful completion, you must have attended at least 3 out of 4 course days.

Diploma: To receive a diploma for successful completion, you must have attended at least 3 out of 4 course days.

Certification: To become certified as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, the following requirements must be met:

• Attendance at a minimum of 3 out of the 4 course days.
• Completion of a Green Belt course with a certificate of completion.
• Completion of a Six Sigma improvement project within 12 months after the course ends.
• Participation in mandatory coaching throughout the Black Belt project.

Mandatory coaching ensures that your project is executed in line with best practices and the Lean Six Sigma methodology. Through six 1-hour sessions with a senior consultant, you will receive support and guidance to:

• Select a project that is realistic and value-adding.
• Execute each phase of the project according to best practices.
• Gain confidence and competence in using Lean Six Sigma tools through practical application.

The coaching sessions include:

• 1 hour for project selection.
• 1 hour for review after each DMAIC phase.

It is sufficient to have a Green Belt certificate of completion. Participants do not need to complete both a Green Belt project and a Black Belt project to become Black Belt certified. The focus is on the successful completion and approval of the Black Belt project.

Coaching fee: 19,950 NOK (includes six 1-hour sessions and project approval). This is an investment in your success, and our experience shows that participants who receive coaching achieve better results and execute their projects more effectively.